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Eric Dane: A Father's Last Words on Love and Legacy
20 Feb
Summary
- Eric Dane cherished memories of family travels and laughter.
- He prioritized being present for his daughters' important events.
- His final interview reflected deep love for his children and ex-wife.

In a poignant posthumous interview released hours after his passing, Eric Dane, at 53, shared his enduring wishes for his daughters, Billie and Georgia. He expressed a desire for them to remember him as a reactive, resilient, loving, and compassionate father. Dane recounted cherished family memories, including a memorable trip through the French countryside where his spontaneous French accent elicited much laughter.
He stressed that parenthood was his paramount priority, defining his fatherhood by his presence at crucial moments. Despite his divorce from Rebecca Gayheart, with whom he remained best friends, Dane made sure to attend all of Billie's ballet recitals and Georgia's beach volleyball games.
Dane's reflections also touched upon his enduring love for Rebecca Gayheart, the mother of his children, stating he would never fall in love with another woman as deeply. He acknowledged the distance that had occurred due to their separate lives but affirmed his continuous effort to be a supportive presence for his daughters, whether near or far.




